#uk-defense-policy tag

Keir Starmer vowed to make Britain 'battle-ready.' Now comes the bill.

Keir Starmer unveiled military spending plans aimed at making the U.K. 'battle-ready' in response to rising threats, particularly from Russia.

Britain's military spending surge amid geopolitical tension raises concerns over domestic impacts and the efficacy of current defense priorities.

Britain is raising military spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027, prioritizing defense in response to global security issues.

Keir Starmer unveiled military spending plans aimed at making the U.K. 'battle-ready' in response to rising threats, particularly from Russia.

Britain's military spending surge amid geopolitical tension raises concerns over domestic impacts and the efficacy of current defense priorities.

Britain is raising military spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027, prioritizing defense in response to global security issues.

Starmer has vowed to spend 3% of the UK's gross domestic product (GDP) on defence, saying it will help make Britain 'battle ready'.

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Thales UK is expanding its operations in Northern Ireland, with a new facility to support missile production amid rising defense demands.